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Wednesday, December 7, 2011

TCM Dec Release Blog Hop

Thank you for joining The Craft's Meow crew these last few days as we showcased the new sets that are being released today at the TCM Store. If you are following the hop and came here from Michelle's blog, then you're at the right place. You can check out the list of participants' on the TCM blog.

I have a card and a quick gift to make today. First, I made this shabby To Do List notepad to take along with you on your purse. I don't know about you, but I still prefer to write down my lists, even though I have a gadget that would store them electronically. I always have a little notebook or notepad in my purse in case I need to jot down to-do lists, or shopping needs, or ideas. I designed my Lovely Labels 18 with this in mind. And it coordinates with Spellbinders Labels 18 dies for easy cutting.

How I Made the Cardstock Cover: Supplies Listed Below
I first measured my notepad. I bought mine at Ikea (1 Euro for 3 pads) and it measures 2-3/4" (Width) x 7-1/2" (Length) x 1/4" (Thickness). I calculated the width of how much cardstock I need for the cover with this formula: [2 x Width] + Thickness + 3/8" (1cm). For the length, I just added 1/4" (0.6 cm).
To Do List
My cardstock cover measured approximately 6-1/4" x 7-3/4". I scored (using my trusted ScorPal) at 3" and 3-1/4". I decorated the front with Melissa Frances papers, buttons and lace. I wrapped a ribbon around and adhere the back and part of the front (making sure I left a small portion on the front without adhesive, so I could rest the bow on it when closing the notepad). The 1/8" ScorTape is perfect for this. I stamped my label and "To-Do List" and decorated it with some more shabby Want2Scrap Nestabling. This was so easy to make and mass produce for stocking stuffers or customized gifts for anybody on your list. I'm entering this to the ScorPal Last Minute Gifts Challenge.
To Do List Note
My card below uses Lovely Labels 18 again, along with Sent With Love and All You Need is Love sets. It was a cold day when I made it and reminisced about our summer vacation and the warm sunshine. So I went for bright colors to fit my mood that day :).
I Heart You
And don't forget to enter the giveaway on the TCM blog! TCM is also having a clearance sale:
  • LaBlanche Stamps - 25% off!!
  • Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pads, Re-inkers and Stains - 25% off!!
  • Maya Road, Pink Paislee, Echo Park and My Mind's Eye - 50% off!!!
  • Little Frieda & Friends stamp sets - 50% off!!!
  • Crate Paper and Graphic 45 - 60% off!!!
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44 comments:

  1. AlinaDecember 7, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    Lovely card and to do list!

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  2. MarieDecember 7, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    Such beautiful projects! TFS =)

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  3. NaomiDecember 7, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Oh, WOW...your talent truly has NO end! Love both the notepad and the card...and I ADORE both of the new stamp sets you designed...they are MUST HAVES! I must admit that I also just placed a hefty order over at LOC and they were mostly (if not ALL) your designs...

    Hugs,
    Naomi

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  4. Debbie PammentDecember 7, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Gorgeous stamps, gorgeous projects - and I'm a happy crafter when I am on the same wavelength as someone with your talent Nina!
    xXx

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  5. Teresa AbajoDecember 7, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Beautiful work - I'm falling in love with the Lovely Labels set!

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  6. Miriam PrantnerDecember 7, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    Beautiful! I love the first project with the little pearls and buttons. So soft and sweet.....calming, for a to do list that often makes us quite harried!

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  7. СтоклиDecember 7, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    Great color combo in the second one. The bow looks very intricate.

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  8. Maggy_TroncheDecember 7, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    So beautiful projects!!! Love the notepad!!! Thanks for the inspiration! Hugs.. Maggy :)

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  9. Renee VDecember 7, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    Oh my, that notepad is pure brilliance! LOVE the card, these stamps would be so fun to own! Hope I win :)

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  10. Emily (stampingout on SCS)December 7, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    I love your "to do list" note pad and gorgeous card! Your stamps are just beautiful!!!! :)

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  11. ClareDecember 7, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    SO pretty! Your creations are stunning and you are one talented stamp designer! Thanks for popping by my blog and leaving such a sweet comment! : )

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  12. CassiDecember 7, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    i adore your labels 18 stamps, just gorgeous!

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  13. farmhouse-storyDecember 7, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    i will use your labels stamps again and again, nina! love them and your sweet silhouette!

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  14. Amy KollingDecember 7, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    I love love the new labels stamps!!! Beautiful notepad!

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  15. pinkstampergirlDecember 7, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    I really loved your project. It's ver lovely all decorated and your card turned out beautiful too.
    Have a great day :D
    Briana C.

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  16. Marlena M.December 7, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    Beautiful projects, Nina! I love the blues and yellow together. ;)

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  17. NatQuebecDecember 7, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    what a nice notebook !!!

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  18. Emily KeatonDecember 7, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    What a fabulous pair of projects. Those labels are awesome!

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  19. ChunyuanDecember 7, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    gorgeous projects. that label stamp is a must have.

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  20. RavengirlDecember 7, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    Wonderful projects! I love your notepad too! I like the skinny look!

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  21. LageneDecember 7, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Gorgeous to do list & card!!!

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  22. sharon gDecember 7, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    Oh how pretty. I love the colors, papers, everything.

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  23. Terry@ a quilting blogDecember 7, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    Love the notepad and card (Lovely Labels 18 is my favorite from this release)!!! TFS

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  24. RosemaryDecember 7, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    absolutely stunning cards!!

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  25. LinDecember 7, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    Both cards are "swoonable", Nina ;) So pleased to see that your labels will work in my newest set of Nesties! Thanks for the inspiration, as always!

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  26. TanyaDecember 7, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    these are beautiful! I would love to carry around such a sweet notebook

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  27. Jan GarberDecember 8, 2011 at 3:20 AM

    I totally agree about the notes! I have 3 seperate notebooks in my purse, each for a different portion of my life! Family, groceries/cooking, and crafts! I need to combine into one really sweet little one like yours!

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  28. FrancineBDecember 8, 2011 at 3:23 AM

    Beautiful projects. I'm always in need of a to-do list. I need to give your idea a shot. :)

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  29. Chris - Creations in BloomDecember 8, 2011 at 4:15 AM

    Great idea for the notepad and yours is so pretty. Cool card too.

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  30. Sue DDecember 8, 2011 at 4:21 AM

    Very elegant to do list--I like the musical paper. Great colors on your card.

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  31. LuanneDecember 8, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    I love your list notepad very pretty! If I have one like that I will not write anything. hahaha! I love your card color great combination.

    Luanne
    craftersreference.blogspot.com

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  32. Savannah O'GwynnDecember 8, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    OHHHH! That notepad is SUPER gorgeous--I LOVE the lace! And your card--oh my! Took my breath away:) You always knock my socks off, Nina;)

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  33. KarenladdDecember 8, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Both projects are wonderful, and yet so different from each other! Love that notepad!

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  34. TinaDecember 8, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    beautiful card

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  35. JennieDecember 8, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Fabulous designs Nina!! Love your to do list and the sentiment on your card is so SWEET!!

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  36. Flor RojasDecember 8, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    Your projects are beautiful. I absolutely love your notepad! Thanks for sharing!

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  37. Alice December 9, 2011 at 3:54 AM

    beautiful and elegant as always. fabulous work, Nina!

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  38. LeanneDecember 9, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    Love your stamps Nina. You're a great artist.

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  39. Helen LDecember 9, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Love the colors on your note pad: who wouldn't love to receive it as a gift?!! Beautiful job on the stamps that you created for this release too!!

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  40. Niki EstesDecember 9, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Very pretty!!

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  41. LeroyLimeDecember 10, 2011 at 2:56 AM

    my to do list (s) are way long but I heart both your projects a TON!! :) just lovely!!

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  42. stylesplentyDecember 10, 2011 at 3:31 AM

    Absolutely stunning cards.

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  43. Liz TerrazasDecember 10, 2011 at 3:34 AM

    Nina, your stamp set is stunning.. I absolutely love it and I do already have the spellbinder labels 18.. I think it's a must...

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  44. Kathy HDecember 10, 2011 at 3:38 AM

    SWEET!

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Thank you for your kind comments.